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Writtle & Highwood

About

Writtle & Highwood is a suburban area located on the western edge of Chelmsford, Essex. The area is known for its mix of residential properties, ranging from detached homes to smaller terraced houses. Writtle itself has a village-like feel, with a historic church, local shops, and a village green, while Highwood is more residential with quieter streets and open spaces. The area is well-connected, with easy access to Chelmsford city centre and the A12 for commuters.

Green spaces are a notable feature, with Writtle Forest and Highwood Country Park offering walking trails and nature spots. The area is home to Writtle University College, which specialises in agriculture and land-based studies. Public transport includes regular bus services, and the nearby Chelmsford railway station provides links to London Liverpool Street. Local amenities include schools, pubs, and a community centre, making it a practical choice for families and professionals.

Area overview

On average Writtle & Highwood has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Writtle & Highwood is £48,400 per year. There are 7 schools in Writtle & Highwood: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
45
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
11.4%
Connectivity
N/A

All postcodes in Writtle & Highwood

CM40LU

Colley Bridge Lane

CM13HG

Greenbury Way

CM13HH

Hunt's Drive

CM13HN

Rectory Road

CM13LW

Little Meadow

CM13QD

Highwood Road

CM13QT

Ingatestone Road

CM12FU

Beeches Close

CM13EY

Bridge Street

CM13JR

Long Brandocks

CM13RH

Highwood Road

CM13SE

Writtle & Highwood

CM13SH

Colley Bridge Lane

CM13SN

Wyse's Road

CM28FS

Greenbury Way

CM12SR

St Peter's Road

CM13DT

Chancery Place

CM13EX

Bridge Street

CM13JE

Lodge Road

CM13PE

Daws Close

CM12NS

Lawford Lane

CM13DZ

St John's Green

CM13EB

St John's Road

CM13EG

Orchard Close

CM13HS

Shakeston Close

CM13JD

Romans Place

CM13NJ

The Shrubberies

CM13QF

Writtle & Highwood

CM13EE

Bruce Road

CM12SY

Priory Close

CM13JH

Long Brandocks

CM13LR

Home Mead

CM13NH

Mansfields

CM13NL

East View

CM13NP

Tower Road

CM13PF

Blackthorn Close

CM13PW

Highwood Road

CM13QS

Blackmore Road

CM14GJ

Glebe Meadow

CM13HT

Buglers Rise

CM13PH

Greenbury Way

CM13RS

Lordship Road

CM13SF

Writtle & Highwood

CM13WS

Blackmore Road

CM13EF

Firs Drive

CM13HJ

Hunt's Close

CM13HY

Lodge Road

CM13JS

Little Stile

CM13LY

Redwood Drive

CM13RE

Nathan's Lane

CM12SP

St Catherine's Road

CM13FH

Ongar Road

CM13HR

Pound Fields

CM13NQ

Chequers Road

CM13PQ

Great Godfreys

CM13PZ

Highwood Road

CM13SD

Cow Watering Lane

CM14NB

Hoe Street

CM13FL

Back Road

CM13GA

St John's Green

CM13HB

Lodge Road

CM13HD

Lodge Road

CM13LS

Long Brandocks

CM13NE

Longmeads Close

CM13NT

Highwood Road

CM14NP

Radley Green Road

CM14PQ

Mill Close

CM40LR

Bassett's Lane

CM12SX

Canuden Road

CM13DY

Chancery Place

CM13EA

Bridge Street

CM13FD

Bridge Street

CM13LF

Well Field

CM13ND

Ongar Road

CM13QP

Blackmore Road

CM14NL

Skreens Park Road

CM40PR

Mapletree Lane

CM13JZ

Nicholas Close

CM12RX

Beeches Road

CM12SU

Ashford Road

CM13QL

Cock Lane

CM13SG

Gravelly Lane

CM13WR

Edney Wood

CM13ST

Cow Watering Lane

CM13US

Lucerne Way

CM13EP

St John's Green

CM13EQ

Lordship Road

CM13QG

Highwood Road

CM13QU

Ingatestone Road

CM13RA

Ingatestone Road

CM13RZ

Roxwell Road

CM13SB

Cow Watering Lane

CM13SP

Ongar Road

CM13NG

Chequers Road

CM13ES

Comyns Place

CM13ET

Chelmsford Road

CM13NA

Little Meadow

CM13QH

Highwood Road

CM13QJ

Blackmore Road

CM14NS

Stonehill Road